User Manual
VIRTUBE
VT250
2 x 50-Watt Guitar Amplier with 2 Independent Channels,
VTC Tube Modeling, Dual FX and 2 Original BUGERA 12" Speakers
VT100 /VT50
100/60-Watt Guitar Amplier with 2 Independent Channels,
VTC Tube Modeling, Dual FX and Original BUGERA 12" Speaker
VT100 H
100-Watt Guitar Amplier Head with 2 Independent Channels,
VTC Tube Modeling and Dual FX
2 VIRTUBE VT250FX/VT100FX/VT50FX/VT100FXH User Manual
Thank you
Congratulations! With the VIRTUBE, you have the newest generation of
guitar amps. It oers an extremely broad range of options and possibilities,
theonly limit being your own creativity. The VIRTUBE is an allrounder with so
many features that you hardly need any other equipment.
Table of Contents
Thank you .......................................................................2
Important Safety Instructions ...................................... 3
Legal Disclaimer ............................................................. 3
Limited Warranty ........................................................... 3
1. Introduction ............................................................... 5
1.1 Before you get started ...................................................... 5
1.1.1 Online registration ........................................................ 5
2. Control Elements ....................................................... 5
2.1 Front panel ............................................................................ 5
2.1.1 CLEAN CHANNEL ........................................................... 5
2.1.2 OVERDRIVE CHANNEL ................................................. 5
2.1.3 DIGITAL FX ....................................................................... 6
2.1.4 MASTER section ............................................................. 6
2.2 Rear panel ............................................................................. 6
2.2.1 FX LOOP ........................................................................... 6
3. Application Examples ............................................... 7
3.1 Set-up for practicing with playbacks ........................... 7
3.2 Recording set-up with eects device.......................... 7
3.3 Live set-up with external speaker box ........................ 8
3.4 Wiring the VT100FXH ........................................................ 8
4. Installation ................................................................. 9
5. Specications .......................................................... 10
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LEGAL DISCLAIMER
LIMITED WARRANTY
Terminals marked with this symbol carry
electrical current of su cient magnitude
to constitute risk of electric shock.
Use only high-quality professional speaker cables with
¼" TS or twist-locking plugs pre-installed. Allother
installation or modi cation should be performed only
by quali edpersonnel.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alertsyou to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage inside the
enclosure-voltage that may be su cient to constitute a
risk ofshock.
This symbol, wherever it appears,
alertsyou to important operating and
maintenance instructions in the
accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
Caution
To reduce the risk of electric shock, donot
remove the top cover (or the rear section).
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
quali ed personnel.
Caution
To reduce the risk of re or electric shock,
do not expose this appliance to rain and
moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping
or splashing liquids and no objects lled with liquids,
suchas vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
Caution
These service instructions are for use
by quali ed service personnel only.
Toreduce the risk of electric shock do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the operation
instructions. Repairs have to be performed by quali ed
servicepersonnel.
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampli ers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. Ifthe
provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Use only attachments/accessories speci ed by
themanufacturer.
12. Use only with the
cart, stand, tripod, bracket,
or table speci ed by the
manufacturer, orsold with
the apparatus. When a cart
is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to quali ed service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
beendropped.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a MAINS socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection.
16. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is
used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall
remain readily operable.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND APPEARANCES
ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE AND
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BY ANY PERSON WHO RELIES EITHER WHOLLY OR
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OR STATEMENT CONTAINED HEREIN. COLORS AND
SPECIFICATIONS MAY VARY FROM ACTUAL PRODUCT.
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MUSICGROUP AND HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO AUTHORITY
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§ 1 Warranty
(1) This limited warranty is valid only if you purchased
the product from a MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller in
the country of purchase. A list of authorized resellers can
be found on BEHRINGER’s website behringer. com under
“Where to Buy”, or you can contact the MUSIC Group o
ce
closest to you.
(2) MUSICGroup* warrants the mechanical and
electronic components of this product to be free of defects
in material and workmanship if used under normal
operating conditions for a period of one (1) year from
the original date of purchase (see the Limited Warranty
terms in §4 below), unless a longer minimum warranty
period is mandated by applicable local laws. If the product
shows any defects within the speci ed warranty period
and that defect is not excluded under §4, MUSICGroup
shall, at its discretion, either replace or repair the product
using suitable new or reconditioned product or parts.
Incase MUSICGroup decides to replace the entire product,
thislimited warranty shall apply to the replacement
product for the remaining initial warranty period, i.e.,
one (1) year (or otherwise applicable minimum warranty
period) from the date of purchase of the original product.
(3) Upon validation of the warranty claim, the repaired
or replacement product will be returned to the user
freight prepaid by MUSICGroup.
(4) Warranty claims other than those indicated above
are expressly excluded.
PLEASE RETAIN YOUR SALES RECEIPT. IT IS YOUR PROOF
OF PURCHASE COVERING YOUR LIMITED WARRANTY.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT SUCH PROOF
OFPURCHASE.
§ 2 Online registration
Please do remember to register your new BEHRINGER
equipment right after your purchase at behringer. com
under “Support” and kindly read the terms and conditions
of our limited warranty carefully. Registeringyour
purchase and equipment with us helps us process
your repair claims quicker and more e ciently.
Thankyouforyour cooperation!
§ 3 Return materials authorization
(1) To obtain warranty service, please contact the
retailer from whom the equipment was purchased.
Should your MUSIC Group Authorized Reseller not be
located in your vicinity, you may contact the MUSICGroup
Authorized Ful ller for your country listed under
Important Safety
Instructions
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“Support” at behringer. com. Ifyour country is not
listed, please check if your problem can be dealt with
by our “OnlineSupport” which may also be found under
“Support” at behringer. com. Alternatively,please submit
an online warranty claim at behringer. com BEFORE
returning the product. All inquiries must be accompanied
by a description of the problem and the serial number
of the product. Afterverifying the product’s warranty
eligibility with the original sales receipt, MUSICGroup
will then issue a ReturnMaterials Authorization
(“RMA”)number.
(2) Subsequently, the product must be returned in
its original shipping carton, together with the return
authorization number to the address indicated by
MUSICGroup.
(3) Shipments without freight prepaid will not
beaccepted.
§ 4 Warranty Exclusions
(1) This limited warranty does not cover consumable
parts including, but not limited to, fuses and batteries.
Where applicable, MUSICGroup warrants the valves or
meters contained in the product to be free from defects
in material and workmanship for a period of ninety (90)
days from date of purchase.
(2) This limited warranty does not cover the product
if it has been electronically or mechanically modi ed
in any way. If the product needs to be modi ed or
adapted in order to comply with applicable technical
or safety standards on a national or local level, inany
country which is not the country for which the
product was originally developed and manufactured,
thismodi cation/adaptation shall not be considered a
defect in materials or workmanship. Thislimited warranty
does not cover any such modi cation/adaptation,
regardless of whether it was carried out properly or not.
Under the terms of this limited warranty, MUSICGroup
shall not be held responsible for any cost resulting from
such a modi cation/adaptation.
(3) This limited warranty covers only the product
hardware. It does not cover technical assistance for
hardware or software usage and it does not cover
any software products whether or not contained in
the product. Any such software is provided “AS IS”
unless expressly provided for in any enclosed software
limitedwarranty.
(4) This limited warranty is invalid if the
factory- appliedserial number has been altered or
removed from theproduct.
(5) Free inspections and maintenance/repair work
are expressly excluded from this limited warranty,
inparticular, if caused by improper handling of the
product by the user. This also applies to defects caused
by normal wear and tear, in particular, of faders,
crossfaders, potentiometers, keys/buttons, guitar strings,
illuminantsand similar parts.
(6) Damage/defects caused by the following conditions
are not covered by this limited warranty:
• improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the
unit in compliance with the instructions given in
BEHRINGER user or service manuals;
• connection or operation of the unit in any way
that does not comply with the technical or safety
regulations applicable in the country where the
product is used;
• damage/defects caused by acts of God/Nature
(accident, re, ood, etc) or any other condition that
is beyond the control of MUSICGroup.
(7) Any repair or opening of the unit carried out by
unauthorized personnel (user included) will void the
limitedwarranty.
(8) If an inspection of the product by MUSICGroup
shows that the defect in question is not covered by the
limited warranty, the inspection costs are payable by
thecustomer.
(9) Products which do not meet the terms of this
limited warranty will be repaired exclusively at the buyer’s
expense. MUSICGroup or its authorized service center will
inform the buyer of any such circumstance. If the buyer
fails to submit a written repair order within 6 weeks after
noti cation, MUSICGroup will return the unit C.O.D. with
a separate invoice for freight and packing. Such costs will
also be invoiced separately when the buyer has sent in a
written repair order.
(10) MUSIC Group Authorized Resellers do not sell new
products directly in online auctions. Purchasesmade
through an online auction are on a “buyer beware” basis.
Online auction con rmations or sales receipts are not
accepted for warranty veri cation and MUSICGroup will
not repair or replace any product purchased through an
online auction.
§ 5 Warranty transferability
This limited warranty is extended exclusively to the
original buyer (customer of authorized reseller) andis
not transferable to anyone who may subsequently
purchase this product. No other person (reseller,etc.)
shallbe entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf
of MUSICGroup.
§ 6 Claim for damage
Subject only to the operation of mandatory applicable
local laws, MUSICGroup shall have no liability to the buyer
under this warranty for any consequential or indirect
loss or damage of any kind. In no event shall the liability
of MUSICGroup under this limited warranty exceed the
invoiced value of the product.
§ 7 Limitation of liability
This limited warranty is the complete and exclusive
warranty between you and MUSICGroup. It supersedes
all other written or oral communications related to this
product. MUSICGroup provides no other warranties for
this product.
§ 8 Other warranty rights and
nationallaw
(1) This limited warranty does not exclude or limit the
buyer’s statutory rights as a consumer in any way.
(2) The limited warranty regulations mentioned herein
are applicable unless they constitute an infringement of
applicable mandatory local laws.
(3)
This warranty does not detract from the seller’s
obligations in regard to any lack of conformity of the
product and any hidden defect.
§ 9 Amendment
Warranty service conditions are subject to change without
notice. For the latest warranty terms and conditions
and additional information regarding MUSICGroup’s
limited warranty, please see complete details online at
behringer. com.
* MUSICGroup Macao Commercial O shore Limited of
RuedePequim No. 202-A, Macau Finance Centre 9/J, Macau,
including all MUSICGroup companies
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1. Introduction
The demands placed on a guitar amp are nowadays very broad. A guitarist should
oer a wide array of sounds. That’s why it is very important to us to be able to
oer you maximum sound diversity as well as a variety of connection possibilities
with your VIRTUBE. Don’t worry: you will quickly master the VIRTUBE and learn
how to use all of its capabilities easily and intuitively. With its up-to-date
circuitry, the VIRTUBE features the functionality and reliability of a truly modern
guitar amp.
VTC Virtual Tube Circuitry
The specially developed VTC Virtual Tube Circuitry gives your sound the unique
vintage avor of classic tube amps.
1.1 Before you get started
Your product was carefully packed at the factory to ensure safe transport.
Nevertheless, if the box is damaged inspect the unit immediately for signs
of damage.
◊ If the unit is damaged please do NOT return it to us, but notify your
dealer and the shipping company immediately; otherwise, claims for
damage or replacement may not be granted.
◊ Otherwise, always use the original box to prevent damage during
storage or transport.
◊ Make sure that children cannot play unsupervised with the unit or
its packaging.
◊ Please ensure proper disposal of all packing materials.
Recylce whenever possible.
Ensure adequate air supply and to avoid overheating do not place the unit
near radiators etc.
◊ Please make sure that all devices are properly grounded/earthed.
For your own safety, never remove or disable the ground/earth
conductors from the devices or on the power cords. The unit
must always be connected to the mains outlet with a protective
grounding connection.
1.1.1 Online registration
Please register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your purchase
by visiting http://behringer.com and read the terms and conditions of our
warranty carefully.
Should your BEHRINGER product malfunction, it is our intention to have it
repaired as quickly as possible. To arrange for warranty service, please contact
the BEHRINGER retailer from whom the equipment was purchased. Shouldyour
BEHRINGER dealer not be located in your vicinity, you may directly contact
one of our subsidiaries. Corresponding contact information is included in the
original equipment packaging (Global Contact Information/European Contact
Information). Should your country not be listed, please contact the distributor
nearest you. A list of distributors can be found in the support area of our website
(http://behringer.com).
Registering your purchase and equipment with us helps us process your repair
claims more quickly and eciently.
Thank you for your cooperation!.
2. Control Elements
(2) (17)
(1) (3)
(4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (10) (11) (12) (13) (14) (15) (16) (20) (21) (22) (23 ) (24) (25) (26)
(18) (19)
(9)
Fig. 2.1: VIRTUBE control elements (front panel)
2.1 Front panel
(1) The INPUT socket is the ¼" connector for your guitar. Please use a standard
¼" TS connector.
2.1.1 CLEAN CHANNEL
(2) The CLEAN CHANNEL LED lights up when the CLEAN channel is active.
(3) The GAIN control determines the volume of the CLEAN channel.
(4) The CRUNCH button (VT100FXH and VT100FX only) allows you to add some
slight distortion to your clean sound, giving it a bit of “dirt” or “crunch”.
(5) The BASS control in the EQ section allows you to raise or lower the bass
frequencies on the CLEAN channel.
(6) With the MIDDLE control you can raise or lower the midrange frequencies
onthe CLEAN channel.
(7) The TREBLE control adjusts the treble frequencies on the CLEAN channel.
(8) Press the CHANNEL button to switch between the CLEAN and OVERDRIVE
channels. The channel LED lights up when the channel is activated. With all
models you can also switch between channels using the footswitch provided.
2.1.2 OVERDRIVE CHANNEL
(9) The OVERDRIVE CHANNEL LED lights up when the channel is active.
(10) The GAIN control determines the amount of gain applied and hence the
degree ofdistortion in the OVERDRIVE channel.
(11) The OD1/OD2 button (VT100FXH and VT100FX only) switches between
twodierent overdrive sounds.
(12) The BASS control in the EQ section allows you to raise or lower the bass
frequencies on the OVERDRIVE channel.
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(13) With the MIDDLE control (VT100FXH and VT100FX only) you can raise or
lower the midrange frequencies on the OVERDRIVE channel.
(14) The TREBLE control adjusts the treble frequencies on the OVERDRIVE channel.
(15) Use the CONTOUR control for additional, highly characteristic adjustment
of the midrange, allowing you to easily create traditional as well
as ultra-modern guitar sounds.
(16) The VOLUME control adjusts the volume level of the OVERDRIVE channel.
2.1.3 DIGITAL FX
(17) The DIGITAL FX LED lights up when the eects processor is active.
(18) Use the FX PRESET control to select one of 16 eects.
Preset FX
1 - 4 Chorus/Delay
5 - 8 Delay
9 - 12 Chorus
13 - 16 Flanger
Tab. 2.1: Eects
(19) The FX LEVEL control adjusts the mix ratio between the original and
the eect signal.
(20) The REVERB LEVEL control determines the eect intensity of the
additional reverb eect.
(21) The FX LOOP MIX control (VT100FXH and VT100FX only) determines
the eect intensity of the external eect (see Chapter 2.2.1 FX LOOP).
2.1.4 MASTER section
(22) The MASTER VOLUME control adjusts both the overall volume and
the line out/headphones volume.
(23) The VTC push button activates and deactivates the VTC Virtual Tube Circuitry.
(24) The CD IN connector allows you to connect the output signal of a CD player,
tape deck, or CD/MD walkman. For example, you can play back music CDs or
CDs accompanying a guitar tutor while practising. This connector can also
be used as a LINE OUT output. In this case, the guitar signal is output with no
speaker simulation applied and can be routed to an external amp or mixing
console. This will not mute the VIRTUBE’s built-in loudspeaker.
(25) The LINE OUT/PHONES jack is for headphones connection. Internal speaker
simulation is applied to the headphones signal in order to produce an
authentic signal. The VIRTUBE’s built-in loudspeaker is muted when this
connector is used.
◊ The headphones output signal can also be routed to a mixing console or
other sound reinforcement system. To do so, connect the headphones
output with the line input on the mixing console. Use a standard cable
with 1/4" TS connectors. If hum problems occur, you could insert a
DI box, e.g. BEHRINGER ULTRA-DI DI100 or DI120.
◊ Some headphones tend to produce distortion with too high volume
level. Please turn down the volume a bit, until distortion stops.
(26) The POWER switch turns your VIRTUBE on and o. It should always be in the
OFF position when connecting the unit to the mains.
◊ Please note: Merely switching the unit off does not mean that it is fully
disconnected from the mains. To disconnect the unit from the mains,
pull out the mains connector. Before installation, please make sure
that the mains connector has not been damaged. If you do not use the
unit for an extended period of time, please disconnect it at the mains.
2.2 Rear panel
(27) The VIRTUBE is connected to the mains using a standard IEC receptacle.
A suitable power cord is included with the unit.
(28) FUSE HOLDER/VOLTAGE SELECTOR. Before connecting the unit to
the mains, ensure that the voltage setting matches your local voltage.
Blown fuses must be replaced with a fuse of the same type and rating.
On some units, the fuse holder can be switched to one of two positions,
i.e. 230 V and 120 V. Please note: when operating the unit outside Europe at
120 V, a higher fuse rating is required (see Chapter 4, “Installation”).
(29) This is where the fan of the unit is located.
(30) The SPEAKER OUT connectors (only one on the VT100FX and VT50FX)
can be used to connect external speakers with a miminum impedance of
4 Ω. The outputs of the VT250FX deliver 50 Watts of power per channel
(L/R). Always use speakers with a minimum impedance of 8 Ω to ensure
maximum power output. Using the SPEAKER OUT connectors will mute the
built-in loudspeakers.
2.2.1 FX LOOP
(31) The FX LEVEL button allows you to adapt the FX LOOP to the operating level
of an external eects device (+4 dBu/-10 dBV).
(32) The VIRTUBE provides a serial insert path for inserting external eects
(e.g. reverb processor). To do so, connect the FX SEND jack to the input of the
eects device.
◊ The FX SEND can also be used as a parallel output with no effects,
for example, to record a “dry” guitar signal. As long as the RETURN jack
is not in use, there will be no break in the internal signal path.
(28)
(27) (29)
(30) (35)
(33) (31) (32) (34)
Fig. 2.2: VIRTUBE control elements (rear panel)
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(33) Connect the FX RETURN jack to the output of the external eects device.
The VT250FX has two jacks (L/R) because it is a stereo amplier.
(34) Use the FOOTSWITCH jack to connect the ¼" TRS plug of the footswitch
supplied with the unit. The footswitch performs a dual function: it switches
between the two channels and turns the DIGITAL FX on and o.
(35) SERIAL NUMBER.
3. Application Examples
The VIRTUBE features plenty of connectors for a wealth of applications.
Here’s a few examples of how exible your VIRTUBE can be:
3.1 Set-up for practicing with playbacks
HPS3000
VIRTUBE VT50FX
CD Player
Drum Computer
CD In
Footswitch
Electric Guitar
Fig. 3.1: VT50FX standard set-up
For practising in the rehearsal room or at home, please wire your VIRTUBE as
shown in Fig. 3.1. Connect a CD player or drum computer to the CD IN input.
If you want to practice with headphones, connect your headphones to the
PHONES jack. The built-in loudspeaker will be muted automatically. Connect the
dual footswitch supplied with the unit to the FOOTSWITCH jack on the VIRTUBE.
The CHANNEL footswitch switches between the channels. The EFFECT button
switches the eect on and o.
3.2 Recording set-up with eects device
VIRTUBE VT100FX
DSP2024P
FX In FX Out
FX Send FX Return
Line Out
Electric Guitar
Footswitch
DAT Recorder
Fig. 3.2: Recording set-up with the VT100FX
If you want to use your VIRTUBE in a home-recording or studio environment,
please wire it as shown in Fig. 3.2. Of course, you can still use a CD player
or drumcomputer in this set-up. This is not shown here to provide for a
better overview. Connect the input of the eects device to the FX SEND and
theeectsoutput tothe FX RETURN.
If you want to record your guitar signal with eects, connect the PHONES output
to your mixing console, audio sequencer or multi-track recorder.
To record a “dry” guitar signal with no eect, it is best to use the FX SEND
connector. You can use both outputs at the same time, for example, to record
signals via the FX SEND output (no eect), while monitoring them via the PHONES
output (with eect).
Instead of an external 19" eects processor, you can also use a wah-wah pedal
orother stomp box. However, please note that the FX LOOP is post-preamp,
i.e. after the distortion stages.
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3.3 Live set-up with external speaker box
Electric Guitar
Footswitch
VIRTUBE VT250FX
BG412S
Mixing Console
Loudspeaker
Output Left
GI100
Loudspeaker
Output Right
Fig. 3.3: Set-up comprising VT250FX and one speaker box
Fig. 3.3 shows how the LINE OUT signal is routed to a mixing console. You can
connect external guitar speaker boxes to the SPEAKER OUT outputs of the
VIRTUBE (VT100FX and VT50FX have only one output) to achieve more power
and higher volume levels on stage. When the VT250FX is used, we recommend
connecting two separate speaker cabinets for stereo applications or one stereo
cabinet (e.g. BEHRINGER ULTRASTACK BG412S).
3.4 Wiring the VT100FXH
The VT100FXH has two SPEAKER OUT outputs for connection of one or two
external speaker cabinets. To achieve maximum power output on the VT100FXH,
both speaker outputs should be connected to speaker cabinets with a minimum
impedance of 4 Ω. Connecting headphones to the PHONES jack will automatically
mute the speaker outputs.
Fig. 3.4:
Loudspeaker
Output Right
VT100FXH
Loudspeaker
Output Left
Speaker Cabinets are 8 to 12 Ω each
VT100FXH with two speaker boxes
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4. Installation
Except for the headphones output and the CD IN input (¼" TRS connectors),
all audio inputs and outputs on the BEHRINGER VIRTUBE are on ¼" TS connectors.
Please see Chapter 5, “Specications” for more information.
◊ Please ensure that the unit is installed and operated only by people
qualified to do so. During installation and operation the user must have
sufficient electrical contact to earth. Electrostatic discharge may affect
the operation of the unit.
strain relief clamp
sleeve
tip
sleeve
(ground/shield)
Unbalanced ¼" TS connector
tip
(signal)
Fig. 4.1: ¼" TS connector
strain relief clamp
sleeve
ring
tip
sleeve
ground/shield
For connection of balanced and unbalanced plugs,
ring and sleeve have to be bridged at the stereo plug.
Balanced ¼" TRS connector
ring
cold (-ve)
tip
hot (+ve)
Fig. 4.2: ¼" TRS connector
R
L
R
L
ring
tip
sleeve
tip
tip
sleeve
sleeve
Fig. 4.3: Stereo adapter cable
sleevesleeve
tiptip
Fig. 4.4: Mono adapter cable
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5. Specications
VT250FX
Audio Inputs
Input ¼" TS, RF ltered
Input impedance approx. 1 MΩ, unbalanced
FX Return 2 x ¼" TS
Input impedance approx. 33 kΩ, unbalanced
CD In ¼" TRS
Input impedance approx. 5.6 kΩ, unbalanced
Audio Outputs
FX Send ¼" TS
Output impedance approx. 5.6, kΩ unbalanced
Line Out / Phones ¼" TRS, unbalanced
Output level max. +16 dBV / 100 Ω
Loudspeaker Outputs
Type 2 x ¼"
Min. load impedance 2 x 8 Ω
Amplier
Peak power 2 x 50 Watts / 8 Ω
Digital Signal Processing
Converter 24-bit, sigma-delta
Sample rate 40 kHz
Loudspeaker
Size 2 x 12"
Model BUGERA Vintage Guitar Series 2 x 12G50J8
Impedance 2 x 8 Ω
Continuous power (IEC268-5) 2 x 50 Watts
Peak power 2 x 200 Watts
Power Supply
Power consumption max. 180 Watts
Fuse
100 V~, 50/60 Hz T 3.15 A H 250 V
120 V~, 50/60 Hz T 2.5 A H 250 V
220 - 230 V~, 50/60 Hz T 1.25 A H 250 V
Mains connection Standard IEC receptacle
Dimensions / Weight
Dimensions (H x W x D) 20.5 x 26.3 x 10.8" / 520 x 670 x 275 mm
Weight 48.8 lbs / 22.2 kg
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VT100FX
Audio Inputs
Input ¼" TS, RF ltered
Input impedance approx. 1 MΩ, unbalanced
FX Return ¼" TS
Input impedance approx. 33 kΩ, unbalanced
CD In ¼" TRS
Input impedance approx. 5.6 kΩ, unbalanced
Audio Outputs
FX Send ¼" TS
Output impedance approx. 8.2, kΩ unbalanced
Line Out / Phones ¼" TRS, unbalanced
Output level max. +16 dBV / 100 Ω
Loudspeaker Outputs
Type ¼"
Min. load impedance 4 Ω
Amplier
Peak power 100 Watts / 4 Ω
Digital Signal Processing
Converter 24-bit, sigma-delta
Sample rate 40 kHz
Loudspeaker
Size 12"
Model BUGERA Vintage Guitar Series 12G70J4
Impedance 4 Ω
Continuous power (IEC268-5) 70 Watts
Peak power 280 Watts
Power Supply
Power consumption max. 180 Watts
Fuse
100 V~, 50/60 Hz T 2.5 A H 250 V
120 V~, 50/60 Hz T 2.5 A H 250 V
220 - 230 V~, 50/60 Hz T 1.0 A H 250 V
Mains connection Standard IEC receptacle
Dimensions / Weight
Dimensions (H x W x D) 21.6 x 22.8 x 10.9" / 550 x 580 x 275 mm
Weight 44.9 lbs / 20.4 kg
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VT50FX
Audio Inputs
Input ¼" TS, RF ltered
Input impedance approx. 1 MΩ, unbalanced
FX Return ¼" TS
Input impedance approx. 33 kΩ, unbalanced
CD In ¼" TRS
Input impedance approx. 5.6 kΩ, unbalanced
Audio Outputs
FX Send ¼" TS
Output impedance approx. 5.6, kΩ unbalanced
Line Out / Phones ¼" TRS, unbalanced
Output level max. +16 dBV / 100 Ω
Loudspeaker Outputs
Type ¼"
Min. load impedance 8 Ω
Amplier
Peak power 60 Watts / 8 Ω
Digital Signal Processing
Converter 24-bit, sigma-delta
Sample rate 40 kHz
Loudspeaker
Size 12"
Model BUGERA Vintage Guitar Series 12G50J8
Impedance 8 Ω
Continuous power (IEC268-5) 50 Watts
Peak power 200 Watts
Power Supply
Power consumption max. 90 Watts
Fuse
100 V~, 50/60 Hz T 1.6 A H 250 V
120 V~, 50/60 Hz T 1.25 A H 250 V
220 - 230 V~, 50/60 Hz T 630 mA H 250 V
Mains connection Standard IEC receptacle
Dimensions / Weight
Dimensions (H x W x D) 20.5 x 20.3 x 10.8" / 520 x 515 x 275 mm
Weight 36.3 lbs / 16.5 kg
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VT100FXH
Audio Inputs
Input ¼" TS, RF ltered
Input impedance approx. 1 MΩ, unbalanced
FX Return ¼" TS
Input impedance approx. 33 kΩ, unbalanced
CD In ¼" TRS
Input impedance approx. 5.6 kΩ, unbalanced
Audio Outputs
FX Send ¼" TS
Output impedance approx. 8.2, kΩ unbalanced
Line Out / Phones ¼" TRS, unbalanced
Output level max. +16 dBV / 100 Ω
Loudspeaker Outputs
Type 2 x ¼"
Min. load impedance 4 Ω
Amplier
Peak power 100 Watts / 4 Ω
Digital Signal Processing
Converter 24-bit, sigma-delta
Sample rate 40 kHz
Loudspeaker
Size —
Model —
Impedance —
Continuous power (IEC268-5) —
Peak power —
Power Supply
Power consumption max. 180 Watts
Fuse
100 V~, 50/60 Hz T 2.5 A H 250 V
120 V~, 50/60 Hz T 2.5 A H 250 V
220 - 230 V~, 50/60 Hz T 1.0 A H 250 V
Mains connection Standard IEC receptacle
Dimensions / Weight
Dimensions (H x W x D) 9.7 x 22.8 x 10.6" / 250 x 580 x 270 mm
Weight 27.9 lbs / 12.7kg
BEHRINGER is constantly striving to maintain the highest professional standards. As a result of these efforts,
modifications may be made from time to time to existing products without prior notice. Specifications and
appearance may differ from those listed or illustrated.
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FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS
COMMISSION COMPLIANCE
INFORMATION
Responsible Party Name: MUSIC Group Services US Inc.
Address: 18912 North Creek Parkway,
Suite 200 Bothell, WA 98011,
USA
Phone/Fax No.: Phone: +1 425 672 0816
Fax: +1 425 673 7647
VIRTUBE VT250FX/VT100FX/VT50FX/VT100FXH
complies with the FCC rules as mentioned in the followingparagraph:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a ClassB
digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment o and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the followingmeasures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dierent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician forhelp.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Important information:
Changes or modications to the equipment not expressly approved by MUSIC Group
can void the user’s authority to use the equipment.
VIRTUBE VT250FX/VT100FX/VT50FX/
VT100FXH
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